Ethiopia and Toppan Gravity Forge Partnership for Skills Development and Job Creation The Ethiopian Ministry of Labor and Social Affairs and Toppan Gravity Co., Ltd. (Toppan Gravity) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaborate on enhancing skills development and fostering job creation in Ethiopia. The MoU aims to address the skills gap in the Ethiopian job market and equip individuals with the knowledge and skills necessary to contribute to the country’s economic growth. Key Objectives of the Partnership: * Skills Development: Toppan Gravity will provide technical and vocational training programs to Ethiopian youth, empowering them with industry-relevant skills. * Job Creation: The partnership will promote entrepreneurship and support the development of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), leading to job creation. * Collaboration with Educational Institutions: Toppan Gravity will work with Ethiopian educational institutions to integrate industry-recognized certifications into their curricula. * Knowledge Sharing: The partnership will facilitate the exchange of knowledge and best practices between Ethiopia and Japan. Benefits of the Partnership: * Increased employability of Ethiopian youth. * Enhanced productivity and competitiveness of the Ethiopian workforce. * Creation of new job opportunities and economic growth. * Strengthened ties between Ethiopia and Japan. “This partnership is a significant step towards empowering our youth and transforming Ethiopia’s labor market,” said Ubah Hassan, Director General of the Ethiopian Ministry of Labor and Social Affairs. “Toppan Gravity is committed to supporting Ethiopia’s development goals through skills development and job creation. We are excited to work together to make a positive impact on the lives of Ethiopians,” said Keiichi Shono, President and CEO of Toppan Gravity. The partnership is expected to contribute to the Ethiopian government’s ambitious plans to create 2 million jobs by 2025. By providing the necessary skills and creating employment opportunities, this collaboration will play a vital role in shaping the future of Ethiopia’s labor force.Partnership for Skills Development and Employment OpportunitiesPartnership for Skills Development and Employment Opportunities The Ministry of Labour and Skills and Toppan Gravity have joined forces through a Memorandum of Action to enhance skills development and create employment opportunities for Ethiopian youth. Minister of Labor and Skills Muferiat Kamil and Toppan Gravity CEO Jean Pierre Ting signed the agreement in Addis Ababa. The partnership aims to provide training and skills development in the areas of ICT and related fields. Ethiopian youth who complete the training at Toppan Gravity will gain opportunities for employment in global companies worldwide. Toppan Gravity, a UAE-based printing industry company with branches across the globe, has expressed interest in establishing businesses in Ethiopia through partnerships with the government. The company plans to set up a center of excellence in the country to equip Ethiopian youth with the necessary skills and deploy them internationally. Minister Muferiat emphasized the importance of the partnership in creating opportunities for Ethiopian youth to gain skills and knowledge. He highlighted the government’s efforts to create jobs both domestically and abroad. Toppan Gravity CEO Jean Pierre Ting expressed the company’s commitment to harnessing the potential of Ethiopia and bringing advanced technology to the country. He stated, “We decided to build the most sophisticated factory for manufacturing security solutions in Ethiopia because there’s a lot of potential in the country.” This partnership is expected to contribute significantly to Ethiopia’s skills development efforts and provide employment opportunities for its youth, enhancing the country’s competitiveness in the global market.Ethiopia and Toppan Gravity, a leading Japanese human resource development company, have signed an agreement to collaborate on skills development and job creation in Ethiopia. The partnership aims to enhance the skills of Ethiopian youth and create employment opportunities in various sectors, including manufacturing, hospitality, and healthcare. Toppan Gravity will provide training and consulting services, while Ethiopia will offer support through its technical and vocational education and training (TVET) institutions. The agreement was signed by the Ethiopian Minister of Labor and Social Affairs, Dr. Ergoge Tesfaye, and Toppan Gravity’s Executive Officer, Mr. Kenji Kanno. The ceremony was attended by representatives from both governments and the private sector. Speaking at the event, Dr. Tesfaye emphasized the importance of skills development for Ethiopia’s economic growth and job creation. He expressed confidence that the partnership with Toppan Gravity would contribute significantly to these efforts. Mr. Kanno highlighted Toppan Gravity’s commitment to supporting the development of human capital in Ethiopia. He noted that the company had previously established a training center in the country and was eager to expand its operations. The agreement is expected to benefit a wide range of stakeholders, including job seekers, employers, and the overall Ethiopian economy.